Term: Kobalos

DEFINITIONS

Kobalos:

(plural: Kobaloi) A Greek sprite fond of playing tricks on humans. Because the tricks might be frightening, a Kobalos was considered a wicked spirit and was invoked by rogues. The origin of the German Kobold and the English Goblin.

Demons, fairies, and saints—together? These are not three categories we think of together. In past eras, however, perceptions of the supernatural world were much more fluid. Magicians of the Renaissance would not be averse to calling upon whatever beings were available that could teach them secrets, acquire treasure, or gain the love of... read this article